Wildfire Alert – U.S. Embassy Ankara, Türkiye (July 3, 2025)
Wildfire Alert – U.S. Embassy Ankara – Greater Izmir Province, Türkiye, July 03, 2025
Location: Izmir Province, affected areas:
- Aliaga
- Çeşme
- Gaziemir
- Menderes
- Seferihisar
Event: There has been a series of wildfires in the Province of Izmir, Türkiye since June 28, 2025. As of July 3, 2025, there are still fires ongoing. There are media reports of precautionary evacuations of some residences in Çeşme. There is also a possibility of disruption to power and communications, including cell phone service, as well as road closures in affected areas. Wildfires are common in Türkiye during summer months and have also been occurring elsewhere in the country in recent weeks.
Actions to Take:
- Avoid the affected areas.
- Monitor local media for updates.
- Notify friends and family of your safety.
- Be aware of your surroundings.
- Review your personal security plans.
- Have travel documents up to date and easily accessible.
- Carry identity and travel documents with you at all times.
- Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive alerts.
Assistance:
- U.S. Embassy Ankara: +90 (312) 294 00 00
- U.S. Consulate General Istanbul: +90 (212) 335 90 00
- U.S. Consulate Adana: +90 (322) 455 41 00
State Department – Consular Affairs: 1-888-407-4747 or 1-202-501-4444
Turkiye Country Information:
Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive security updates.
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Contact Information
U.S. Embassy (Ankara, Türkiye)
1480 Sok No:1
Cukurambar Mah
Cankaya 06530 Ankara, Türkiye
Tel: +90-312-294-0000
Email: Ankara-ACS@state.gov
U.S. Consulate General Istanbul
Poligon Mahallesi, Sariyer Caddesi No: 75
İstinye 34460 Sariyer, Istanbul, Türkiye
Tel: +90-212-335-9000
Email: ACS_Istanbul@state.gov
U.S. Consulate Adana
Girne Bulvari No: 212 Guzelevler Mah.
Yuregir, Adana, Türkiye
Tel: +90-322-455-4100
Email: CA-Adana@state.gov
U.S. Consular Agency Izmir
Email: izmir@state.gov
More Contact Information:
State Department – Consular Affairs
1-888-407-4747 or 1-202-501-4444
Türkiye’s Country Page
Türkiye’s Travel Advisory
Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive Alerts
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